Experience

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  Bournemouth international airport services (bias)

  Mar 1993 - Feb 1995

  Ground handling agent
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  Servisair

  Feb 1995 - May 1996

  Ground handling agent
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  Landmark home furnishings

  May 1996 - Jan 2000

  Store manager
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  Land of leather

  Jan 2000 - May 2001

  Store manager
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  Scs

  Jun 2001 - Jan 2004

  General manager
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  New forest hotels

  May 2005 - May 2015

  Corporate sales manager
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  Kfa connect

  May 2015 - now

  Sales & marketing manager

  For 35 years, KFA Connect has provided customers with fully integrated software solutions that can expand their business and improve business processes. Initially hired as the Sales Manager, my role at KFA Connect has evolved exponentially over the past ten years, now encompassing both sales and marketing responsibilities.Being a people person, I confidently take on the role of being the primary point of contact for potential new customers, priding myself in creating lasting first impressions and establishing strong relationships.I conduct lead discovery meetings, present to decision-makers, and prepare/deliver commercial proposals to meet customer requirements. I am comfortable delivering to Blue-Chip companies as well as small/medium-sized businesses alike.I am responsible for promoting a diverse portfolio of software services, including bespoke development solutions, IBM i/legacy application development, modernisation, system integration, and eCommerce integration. In addition to representing KFA’s own in-house developed solutions, such as; Warehouse Barcode Scanning, Multichannel (eCommerce) Order Management, and Making Tax Digital (VAT) bridging software, I also promote a range of partner products.I manage KFA’s presence at key industry events, including exhibitions and user-group meetings, whilst overseeing brand awareness initiatives, social media strategies, and marketing campaigns.Leading the development and execution of sales strategies, and having also taken on the marketing role, I have learnt the need for organisation and effective time-management skills. I have significantly increased the company's visibility, expanded our customer base and identified new business opportunities. Through these efforts, I have successfully helped position the company as a leader in the industry, driving new customer acquisition and business growth. Show less